Dallas

13.9

Dallas

Cruiser | U.S.A. | Tier VI

Tech Tree Position

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General

Research price38500 exp

Purchase price3,100,000

Hit Points24,000

Main Battery

152 mm/47 Mk.16 in a turret2 х 2 / 2 х 3 pcs.

Rate of Fire7.06 shots/min.

Reload Time8.5 sec.

Rotation Speed8 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time22.5 sec.

Firing Range13 km.

Maximum Dispersion131 m.

HE Shell152 mm HE/HC Mk34

Maximum HE Shell Damage2,200

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell12 %

Initial HE Shell Velocity812 m./s.

HE Shell Weight47.6 kg.

AP Shell152 mm AP Mk35

Maximum AP Shell Damage3,200

Initial AP Shell Velocity762 m./s.

AP Shell Weight59 kg.

Secondary Armament #1

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.29 mount2 х 2 pcs.

Firing Range4.96 km.

Rate of Fire10 shots/min.

Reload Time6 sec.

HE Shell127 mm HE Mk32

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,800

Initial HE Shell Velocity792 m./s.

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell5 %

Secondary Armament #2

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.24 mount2 х 1 pcs.

Firing Range4.96 km.

Rate of Fire10 shots/min.

Reload Time6 sec.

HE Shell127 mm HE Mk32

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,800

Initial HE Shell Velocity792 m./s.

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell5 %

AA Defense

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.29 mount2 х 2 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second30.2

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.24 mount2 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second16

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

12.7 mm Browning on a single mount14 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second50.4

. . . Firing Range1.2 km.

28 mm Mk.1 on a Mk.2 mount6 х 4 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second13.8

. . . Firing Range2.4 km.

Maneuverability

Maximum Speed32.5 knot

Turning Circle Radius650 m.

Rudder Shift Time11.1 sec.

Concealment

Surface Detectability Range11.52 km.

Air Detectability Range6.44 km.

Battle Levels

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13.9

Dallas

Cruiser | U.S.A. | Tier VI

Tech Tree Position

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General

Research price38500 exp

Purchase price3,100,000

Hit Points28,300

Main Battery

152 mm/47 Mk.16 in a turret2 х 2 / 2 х 3 pcs.

Rate of Fire7.06 shots/min.

Reload Time8.5 sec.

Rotation Speed8 deg./sec.

180 Degree Turn Time22.5 sec.

Firing Range14.3 km.

Maximum Dispersion131 m.

HE Shell152 mm HE/HC Mk34

Maximum HE Shell Damage2,200

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell12 %

Initial HE Shell Velocity812 m./s.

HE Shell Weight47.6 kg.

AP Shell152 mm AP Mk35

Maximum AP Shell Damage3,200

Initial AP Shell Velocity762 m./s.

AP Shell Weight59 kg.

Secondary Armament #1

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.29 mount2 х 2 pcs.

Firing Range4.96 km.

Rate of Fire10 shots/min.

Reload Time6 sec.

HE Shell127 mm HE Mk32

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,800

Initial HE Shell Velocity792 m./s.

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell5 %

Secondary Armament #2

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.24 mount2 х 1 pcs.

Firing Range4.96 km.

Rate of Fire10 shots/min.

Reload Time6 sec.

HE Shell127 mm HE Mk32

Maximum HE Shell Damage1,800

Initial HE Shell Velocity792 m./s.

Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell5 %

AA Defense

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.29 mount2 х 2 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second30.2

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

127 mm/38 Mk.12 on a Mk.24 mount2 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second16

. . . Firing Range5.01 km.

20 mm Oerlikon on a Mk.4 mount14 х 1 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second50.4

. . . Firing Range2.01 km.

40 mm/56 Bofors on a Mk.1 mount6 х 2 pcs.

. . . Average Damage per Second67.8

. . . Firing Range3.51 km.

Maneuverability

Maximum Speed32.5 knot

Turning Circle Radius650 m.

Rudder Shift Time8 sec.

Concealment

Surface Detectability Range11.52 km.

Air Detectability Range6.44 km.

Battle Levels

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VI

3,100,000

Dallas — American Tier VI cruiser.

A version of a small light cruiser design, the development of which preceded the creation of Helena-class cruisers. She had the features characteristic of most subsequent ships of this U.S. Navy type: moderate speed, the absence of torpedo armament, and the availability of dual-purpose guns complementing the 152 mm main battery mounted in the turrets.

Modules

	Rate of Fire (shots/min)	180° Turn Time (sec)	Maximum Dispersion (m)	Maximum HE Shell Damage (HP)	Chance of Fire on Target Caused by HE Shell (%)	Maximum AP Shell Damage (HP)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
152 mm/47 Mk.16 in a turret	7.1	22.5	131	2,200	12	3,200		0	220,000

	Hit Points (HP)	Armor (mm)	Armor (mm)	Main Turrets (pcs.)	Secondary Gun Turrets (pcs.)	AA Mounts (pcs.)	Torpedo Tubes (pcs.)	Hangar Capacity (pcs.)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
Dallas (A)	24,000	6	89	2/2	2/2	14/6/2/2				0	370,000
Dallas (B)	28,300	6	89	2/2	2/2	14/6/2/2				9,300	770,000

	IDS_SHIP_PARAM_SUO_INCREASE_DIST (%)	Maximum Firing Range (km)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
Mk6 mod. 1		0		0	200,000
Mk6 mod. 2		0		6,000	450,000

	Maximum Speed (knot)		Research price (exp)	Purchase price ()
Propulsion: 80,000 hp	32.5		0	210,000

Compatible Upgrades

Slot 1
Slot 2
Slot 3
Slot 4

Player Opinion

Performance

Warning: The data presented in the AA Defense sidebar section may be incorrect.
Refer to the in-game Port screens for more useful data.

As the first modern light cruiser design in the American tech tree, Dallas differs significantly from her predecessor, Omaha. While she retains the light armor, Dallas mounts a more efficient turret layout, and numerous consumables.

For her main armament, Dallas boasts an impressive set of ten 152mm guns in four turrets. These guns have a quick rate of fire, decent shell damage, and a high fire chance. When combined with the Inertia Fuse for HE Shells commander skill, Dallas has no trouble effectively damaging larger, more armored targets. The ship's armor piercing shells are also very effective against broadside targets, or other lightly armored ships. Like other light cruisers, Dallas' shells have a longer travel time than some captains may be accustomed to. This is due to the higher shell arcs. While this may require captains to adjust their aim to account for the shell travel time, this allows allows Dallas to fire at enemy targets from behind island cover.

Similar to other light cruisers, Dallas is lightly armored with an exposed citadel. The ship will not last long under fire from enemy battleships or heavy cruisers. Instead of relying solely on armor for protection, captains should be mindful of their map position and concealment. When necessary, Dallas can make use of her wide firing angles to minimize her profile without losing firepower.

Like later ships in the American light cruiser line, Dallas is fitted with a wide selection of consumables. She can mount Defensive AA Fire , Catapult Fighter  and Hydroacoustic Search  simultaneously. When combined with her powerful main battery, the ship's consumable set allows captains to make quick work of enemy aircraft, destroyers, and other smaller targets. With proper map positioning, Dallas can easily perform well as a versatile support cruiser.

Pros:

• Dallas carries ten powerful 152mm guns in four turrets.
• Wide firing angles allow captains to bring most of their firepower into use without exposing too much of the ship's side armor.
• Can mount the Defensive AA Fire , Catapult Fighter , and Hydroacoustic Search  consumables simultaneously.
• Lower detection range than most other cruisers at her tier.

Cons:

• Lightly armored with a citadel that sits above the waterline.
• High shell arcs can make hitting distant targets difficult.
• Short main battery firing range for a Tier VI cruiser.
• HE shells may struggle to deal damage against higher tier battleships without the Inertia Fuse for HE Shells commander skill.
• No torpedoes, unlike most Tier VI cruisers.

Research

Availability of researchable upgrades for Dallas is as follows:

• Hull: Upgrade to Hull (B) for an increased hit point pool, large anti-aircraft battery, and faster rudder shift time.
• Gun Fire Control System: Upgrade to Mk6 Mod 2 for an extra 10% range on the main battery.

Captains should first research Hull B before researching the upgraded Gun Fire Control System.

Optimal Configuration

Upgrades

The recommended upgrades for Dallas are as follows:

• Slot 1: Main Armaments Modification 1
• Slot 2: Damage Control System Modification 1 
• Slot 3: Aiming Systems Modification 1
• Slot 4: Steering Gears Modification 1

Captains looking to improve upon the ship's anti-aircraft abilities may find AA Guns Modification 1 more useful in place of Aiming Systems Modification 1.

Commander Skills

Key skills for Dallas commanders include Priority Target, Demolition Expert, and Inertia Fuse for HE Shells. Concealment Expert is also recommended to reduce the ship's detection range. Basic Firing Training and Manual Fire Control for AA Armament can be taken to improve the ship's anti-aircraft abilities.

Recommended Commander Skills
Cost (points)	Attack				Defense
1	Grease the Gears +15% main battery traverse speed.	Swift Fish +5% torpedo speed.	Consumables Specialist −7.5% cooldown time of all Consumables except:  Damage Control Party   Repair Party .	Gun Feeder -40% time to switch shell type.	Incoming Fire Alert Receive a warning of a salvo fired at your ship from more than 4.5km. ★★	Last Stand The ship remains able to move and maneuver - slowly - while the engine or steering gears are incapacitated. ★★
2	Demolition Expert +1% chance of main and secondary HE shells causing a fire. +15% to the fragmentation damage area of HE ordnance fired at submarines.	Fill the Tubes -10% torpedo tubes reload time.	Consumables Enhancements +10% action time of Hydroacoustic Search, Surveillance Radar, Smoke Generator, & Engine Boost. ★★	Eye in the Sky Spotting Aircraft: • +2 charges • -50% cooldown time.	Priority Target The detection indicator will show the number of enemies targeting you with main battery.	Focus Fire Training In an active priority AA sector: •  +1.5% (to 5%) immediate damage. •  +25% continuous damage. •  +1 flak burst per salvo. −10% aircraft preparation time. −15% reload time of Airstrike armament..
3	Heavy HE and SAP Shells +10% HE and SAP shell damage. +15% ship detectability guns 149mm and up. ★★	Pack a Punch +15% torpedo damage. +20% secondary battery range..	Adrenaline Rush -0.2% reload time of all armaments per 1% HP lost +0.2% AA continuous damage per 1% HP lost. ★★	Heavy AP Shells +5% damage for AP shells 190mm and larger.	Superintendent +1 charge to all consumables. ★★	Survivability Expert +450 HP per ship tier.
4	Top Grade Gunner -10% reload time of secondary batteries If enemy ship is spotted within detectability range, -8% reload time of main battery.	Outnumbered If there are fewer allies than visible enemies within the ship's base main caliber firing range: +8% ship speed -10% main battery dispersion.	Radio Location Shows the direction to the nearest enemy ship. The enemy is alerted that a bearing has been taken..	Inertial Fuse for HE Shells +25% armor penetration of HE shells Base fire chance reduced by half. ★★	Concealment Expert -10% detectability range of the ship.	AAA & ASW Expert +25% continuous AA and flak damage. +15% damage inflicted by depth charges. While AAA is active: −50% ship consumables reload time.. ★★
Key: ★★★ - Extremely Useful      ★★ - Frequently Useful      ★ - Occasionally Useful     No stars - Not Useful

Consumables

Dallas equips the following consumables:

• Slot 1: Damage Control Party 
• Slot 2: Defensive AA Fire  – 3 charges
• Slot 3: Catapult Fighter  – 3 charges
• Slot 4: Hydroacoustic Search  – 3 charges

Signals

Dallas captains should mount standard signal flags to improve the ship's performance in battle. Sierra Mike () flags are highly recommended to increase the ship's top speed. Victor Lima () and India X-Ray () flags are recommended to improve the main battery's fire chance. November Foxtrot () flags can also be mounted to decrease consumable cooldown time.

Recommended Signal Flags
Combat
Juliet Charlie -100% to the risk of magazine detonation. ★	Juliet Yankee Bissotwo -20% to flooding duration.	India Yankee -20% to fire duration. ★★	Hotel Yankee -20% to damage received when ramming the enemy. +50% to damage dealt when ramming the enemy.	Victor Lima +1% chance for HE bombs and shells with a caliber above 160mm causing a fire. +0.5% chance for bombs and smaller shells causing a fire. +4% chance of torpedoes causing flooding. ★★	India X-Ray +1% chance for HE bombs and shells with a caliber above 160mm causing a fire. +0.5% chance for bombs and smaller shells causing a fire. +5% to the risk of your ship's magazine detonating. ★★
Juliet Whiskey Unaone +15% chance of causing flooding. +5% to the risk of your ship's magazine detonating.	Mike Yankee Soxisix +5% to secondary battery maximum firing range. -5% to maximum dispersion of secondary battery shells. -5% to secondary battery loading time.	November Echo Setteseven +5% continuous AA damage at all ranges. +5% damage from flak bursts. ★★	Sierra Mike +5% to the ship's maximum speed. ★★★	November Foxtrot -5% reload time on all consumables. ★★	India Delta +20% to the amount of HP recovered when Repair Party  is used.
X-Ray Papa Unaone +10% action time of a Smoke Generator .	Sierra Bravo +10% action time of Hydroacoustic Search  -10% reload time of Defensive AA Fire .

Note: Use of the Juliet Charlie signal makes detonation impossible.

Gallery

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  Hull B

Historical Info

Dallas, YEAR

Construction

Builder: Yard; City, Country

Laid down: DD MONTH YEAR

Launched: DD MONTH YEAR

Commissioned: DD MONTH YEAR

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Specifications

XX tons displacement, standard

XXm length

XXm beam

XXm draft

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Machinery

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Performance

XX knots at XX shaft horsepower

XX nm at XX knots

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Armor

Main belt:

Upper belt:

Torpedo bulkhead:

Decks:

Bulkheads:

Barbettes and Turrets:

Conning tower:

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Armament

Main

Secondary

Anti-aircraft

Torpedoes

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Aircraft

Total

Fighters

Bombers

History

Design

Service

Historical Inaccuracies

• Designed in 1934, Dallas is depicted with fantasy WW2 refits.
• Loosely based on scheme 4C. 4C was designed with four twin main battery turrets and six 5" (127mm)/25 caliber anti-aircraft guns. In World of Warships, she has a mixed triple-twin main battery layout and 5"/38 caliber gun turrets.
• It is unlikely that the US Navy would have given this design the name Dallas as it conflicts with a Clemson-class destroyer (DD-199) which also carried the same name and was in active service from 1920 to July 1945. It was renamed Alexander Dallas in March 1945 as the name Dallas was being reserved for a planned Des Moines-class cruiser.
• Dallas’s permanent camouflage is an adapted version of Measure 32/1D. Based on the radar fit, gun mountings, and deck equipment, this design is possibly dated to a time range of late 1942 or mid 1943. It is unlikely that this ship, were it real, would be painted in dazzle camouflage while remaining in this configuration. A more correct camouflage for this ship would be overall Navy Blue Measure 21.
• The bridge structure seems to be built around a large armored conning tower, certainly a departure for a ship of this size. The forward main battery Mark 34 director sits right on top of the conning tower, which is most likely just an error on the part of the Wargaming designers as this director required one level of deck penetration. The aft Mark 34 has the same issue.
• Mark 33 directors for 5" gunfire control sit on pedestals above the bridge. Their Mark 4 radars basically require the Mark 34 directors below them to be fitted with the oblong Mark 3 Mod. 2 radar. The square Mod. 1 radar would be a better choice here but the strange director positioning prohibits it. Early design practice dictated the main battery directors should be placed higher than the secondary battery/DP directors - this was found to be a mistake, as having the AA directors above the main battery directors gave better sky arcs. This problem persisted all the way to the Cleveland class, where it was resolved with the introduction of the "square bridge" Clevelands which mounted their Mark 37 DP directors above their Mark 34s. As Dallas is clearly meant to portray some sort of pre-war design, the director positioning Wargaming has chosen is an error.
• The foremast has a small platform mounting an SA air search radar, and the mainmast (correctly) shows an SG surface search set. The SA air search radar was not fitted to combatant units larger than destroyers (and usually only to destroyer escorts); a cruiser of the Dallas’ importance would at least receive SC or SC-2. The small foretop mast supports a truck light; this is also erroneous, as the SA and SC radar sets could mount a truck light behind the reflector to reduce the need for lighting masts above the radar set.
• The amidships catapult is mounted on the centerline, and there is no aircraft hangar. No USN cruiser after the Pensacola class shipped aircraft without twin catapults and a hangar of some sort (the Pensacola class had a large handling area amidships). While it's not impossible for this ship to have been commissioned without a hangar, its overall configuration suggests that it was designed long after the Pensacola class had shown the issues inherent with lack of hangar space for aircraft. Cruiser scout planes were considered very valuable (they are the 'eyes' of the ship in the pre-radar days), so hangar space was a consideration on all cruisers after the Pensacola class. The in-game model also shows an aircraft handling trolley below the catapult on the main deck, which hints at the presence of multiple aircraft (two would be the minimum for a ship of this size) - this arrangement would be extremely cramped in the available deck space, which is also shared with the ship's boats.

References

1. The Project 389 Dallas Light Cruiser - News - World of Warships

Ship Change Log

See here for links to Update notes.

Testing Changes

• March 24, 2018:
  • Preliminary characteristics.
• March 30, 2018:
  • Main battery reload time was reduced from 10 to 8.5 s.
• May 23, 2018:
  • The Hydroacoustic Search consumable was moved to a separate slot, the new consumable order being Damage Control Party, Defensive AA Fire, Catapult Fighter, Hydroacoustic Search.

• Available for testing by supertesters in the game starting from Update 0.7.4.
• Update 0.7.6:
  • Dallas was added to the tech tree, as part of the US light cruiser line.
• Update 0.7.7:
  • Minor fixes to geometry and textures on the ship and camouflage.
• Update 0.7.9:
  • Minor fixes to geometry and textures.
• Update 0.7.10:
  • The range of the Hydroacoustic Search consumable was unified - 4 km for detecting ships, 3 km for detecting torpedoes.
• Update 0.7.12:
  • Added permanent "New Year" camouflage with the following bonuses:
    • –10% of the cost of post-battle ship maintenance.
    • +50% to experience per battle.
    • –3% to visibility from ships.
    • +4% to the dispersion of enemy shells fired at your ship.
• Update 0.9.2:
  • HE shell armor penetration increased from 24 to 25 mm.
  • Deck armor thickness increased from 16 to 25 mm.
• Update 0.10.10:
  • Minor change to the secondary battery firing range (unlisted change).
• Update 12.5:
  • The old World of Warships logo was removed from the New Year permanent camouflage.

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